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One Bowl Banana Bread

One Bowl Banana Bread: Easy, Moist Bliss in Minutes

This One Bowl Banana Bread recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist and tender loaf in just one mixing bowl, making it a perfect breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large Bananas Overripe, deep yellow with brown spots
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with raw or coconut sugar
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure carefully
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider nutmeg as an optional twist
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • fork or potato masher
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for One Bowl Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the overripe bananas until smooth, resembling a thick puree.
  3. Melt the unsalted butter and whisk it into the mashed bananas until combined.
  4. Add granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture and whisk until smooth.
  5. Sift in the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips for unique variations. Follow tips for ripeness and folding techniques to maintain moisture.

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